The Choice I Made

CHAPTER X: Third Wheel

Sam, I'm sorry. This sentence kept on repeating on my mind like a mantra for weeks now. No matter how I think about what might be the reason behind that apology, I couldn't find any.

Two weeks have passed after our last encounter and I haven't seen Kris since. Mostly because he goes back and forth between Korea and China for promotions while I'm busy with an upcoming big project.

Among the projects lined up for me is a movie and it came earlier than expected. To be honest, I don't know much about acting though I've had a cameo with some movies like the last two installments of Fast and Furious but that doesn't count as an acting, does it? Because of that, I've gone through rigorous workshop the past two weeks and I would be lying if I say I had fun. It was tiring and at the end of the workshop, I felt like I was drained of emotions. But, even though I didn't enjoy it, they still congratulated me for doing good.

The only schedule I have for the day is the story conference and the first script reading for the movie, and to say that I'm nervous is an understatement.

I drove my way towards SBS building in Mok-dong where the conference will be held. Eric's SUV, which he bought last week, is not far behind and riding with him is Belle. Those two have became strange ever since we've moved to our respective units. They have grown closer and there are times where they go to dinners without inviting me. Something's going on with them and though I'm itching to know what is it, I choose not to be nosy and give them the privacy they deserve.

We arrived at the front of the building with a few reporters outside. I'm kinda used to it now so Eric isn't as overprotective as he used to be. Besides, the media got a bit civilized.

After we made our entrance, Belle stayed behind the lounge. When Eric and I entered the room, all eyes were on me. The director was the first person to greet me.

"Finally, we've met. The racing goddess. I just want you to know that I'm a big fan," Director Soo shook my hand with force, expressing his gladness.

"Thank you, the pleasures are all mine. I actually want to thank you for casting me to this beautiful movie. I couldn't wait to work with you," I answered professionally trying not to laugh at the cheesiness of what I've said.

He laughed at my retort and told me in a polite manner, "Oh, I am more thankful and I'll be expecting a lot from you. This movie as you know is an action movie and car chasing is just basic. I'll be relying on you then. Aside from that, you are my hope in giving the audience the freshness they want to see."

After our little chit chat, he intorduced me to the casts but we dwelled longer to the two leading men in the movie.

"You'll be working with these two guys. Kim Woo Bin-ssi and Lee Min Ho-ssi."

"It's nice to meet you," Lee Min Ho shook my hand with a look of delight. I can't deny the fact that this guy is stunning.

"Hi, I'm Kim Woo Bin. It's nice seeing you again," the other guy who looks tough shook my hand and beamed brightly at me. I got confused at first but I realized that we have worked together before.

"Yeah, it's nice seeing you again," I replied while the director is making a confused face.

"You two know each other?"

"Yes, we were both models for the Singapore fashion week last year," I answered him then I smiled to Woo Bin oppa.

The fact that I know someone from the casts made my nervousness subside. At least, I can have a friend to guide me through this.

I sat beside Woo Bin oppa and though it's a bit awkward at first, we managed to talk it out. He asked about what I've been busy about lately and that he was amazed of me when he watched the Hyundai exhibition.